Tidbits: Food-based news and events in Fort Collins

Apr. 9, 2013

Mayday! We soon will have rent to pay

A fundraiser rent party for the nonprofit FoCo Cafe to pay its rent. Food includes chicken or beef fajitas with beans, rice and salsa for $8. The FoCo Cafe provides nutritious meals to the people of Fort Collins regardless of their ability to pay while using local, organic and sustainably grown ingredients.

When: 7-9 p.m., May 1.

Location: Odell Brewing Co., 800 E. Lincoln Ave., Fort Collins

Cost: No cover; $8 for food; $5 for one beer, $8 for two beers. Alcohol alternative provided by Starbucks free of charge.

Hoptitude release party April 12

20th Annual THE TASTE benefits food bank

Fort Collinsí top chefs, restaurants, wineries and breweries will gather on April 18 for the 20th Annual THE TASTE. This annual fundraiser supports the fight against hunger in our community with all event proceeds benefiting the Food Bank for Larimer County.

Guests at THE TASTE enjoy delicious food and fabulous drinks and receive a keepsake wine glass and event book featuring event recipes.

Time and date: 6-9 p.m., April 18 (VIP entrance is 5 p.m.)

Location: Hilton Fort Collins, 425 W. Prospect Road

Cost: $65; $100 VIP (includes early entrance, champagne reception and other offers). Tickets can be purchased at Home State Bank locations in Larimer County, Wilburís Total Beverage Wine & Spirits or online at www.tastebenefit.org.

Articulate City Masquerade Party on April 18

Flaunt a fancy mask and support the arts with an evening of food, drink, music and dancing. Youíll enjoy a private viewing of the museumís Masks exhibit. A portion of the proceeds will benefit an Articulate City mask sponsorship.